2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | 993 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2280 mm |